Payroll Administrator; Remote

The Payroll Administrator is responsible for the accurate and timely administration of multi-state payroll, including payroll processing, timekeeping, payroll deductions, employee record maintenance, payroll tax compliance, and related reporting. This role serves as a resource to employees and managers on payroll-related matters and requires strong attention to detail, confidentiality, analytical skills, and knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local payroll requirements.

The Payroll Administrator works effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment while providing responsive and professional customer service.

• Serves as a subject matter expert and resource to employees, managers, and team members regarding payroll processing and related matters.
• Processes, audits, analyzes, and reviews biweekly timekeeping, payroll, and benefit deductions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Identifies and coordinates the setup and maintenance of new state and local payroll tax jurisdictions in Dayforce.
• Reviews payroll results and performs payroll reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies prior to payroll finalization.
• Coordinates payroll funding activities and verifies payroll amounts and related funding requirements.
• Processes regular, manual, and off-cycle payrolls as needed.
• Ensures accurate and timely processing of new hires, terminations, employee status changes, compensation changes, benefit changes, and other payroll-related updates.
• Administers payroll deductions and legally required with holdings, including wage garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, and other applicable deductions.
• Prepares, reviews, and files applicable federal, state, and local payroll tax returns, reports, and year-end filings, including W-2 processing.
• Researches and responds to payroll tax notices and agency inquiries and coordinates appropriate follow-up and resolution.
• Assists with payroll tax amendments, corrections, and other adjustments as needed.
• Compiles payroll and tax reports for internal and external purposes and submits reports for review as required.
• Maintains accurate and confidential employee payroll records in Dayforce and ensures appropriate documentation of payroll changes.
• Conducts payroll audits and reviews to verify the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of payroll transactions and records.
• Provides guidance to management and employees regarding payroll policies, procedures, and applicable payroll requirements; escalates complex compliance matters as appropriate.
• Maintains and updates payroll policies, procedures, process documentation, and related reference materials.
• Supports payroll calendar management and ensures payroll activities are completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Responds to employee and management inquiries, complaints, and payroll issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, human resources, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible payroll experience, including multi-state payroll administration.
• Experience researching and resolving payroll and timekeeping discrepancies through analysis of timecard, payroll, and employee data and collaboration with managers and employees.
• Working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local payroll laws, regulations, and tax requirements, including wage garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, and other legally required deductions.
• Experience with payroll tax reporting, reconciliations, year-end…